What is the cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Kendal?

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Kendal is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Kendal?

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Kendal is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Kendal?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Kendal. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Kendal via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Kendal?

The distance between Macclesfield and Kendal is 91 miles. The road distance is 91.6 miles.

How do I travel from Macclesfield to Kendal without a car?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Kendal without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £21 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Macclesfield to Kendal?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Macclesfield to Kendal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Kendal train from?

Macclesfield to Kendal train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Kendal?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Kendal is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Kendal train arrive?

Macclesfield to Kendal train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Kendal station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Kendal?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Kendal is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Macclesfield to Kendal.

How do I get a train ticket from Macclesfield to Kendal?

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Where can I stay near Kendal?

There are 3220+ hotels available in Kendal.

Macclesfield to Kendal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Macclesfield to Kendal by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to KendalManchester Airport - Windermere
2h 57m
£22–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
4h 19m
£20–46
Drive 91.1 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Kendal91.1 mi
1h 33m
£23–33
Train via Oxenholme Lake District
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake DistrictManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2h 59m
£21–48

Macclesfield to Kendal by train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 90.7 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Macclesfield, England and Kendal, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Kendal 4 times a day. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std 4 times a day. Tickets cost £8–13 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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